A very cool way to raise the dead

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Scientist Ralph Merkle wants his body to be frozen after his death as he believes nanotechnology will eventually enable him to be brought back to life. In 2000 a number of companies offer this option, although the technology to thaw bodies without damage is not available.

Behavior, Scientists, Nanotechnology, Merkle, Ralph

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Cryptography, qubits and the art of being in two places at once

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Quantum computers have the potential to crack the codes that guard a country's information and secrets. The United Kingdom is a pioneer of such technology, but it has problems retaining its talented staff.

United Kingdom, Innovations, Supercomputers

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The fine line between art and maths

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The work of Sir Roger Penrose, a British mathematician who is also an accomplished artist, is discussed, with focus on the close connection between mathematics and art.

Practice, Mathematicians, Exhibitions, Works, Artists, Kensington and Chelsea, England, Penrose, Roger

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